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Over the last three years as a wedding photographer, I have learned many things about weddings and packaging. As I find myself half way through my second year full time, I think I have finally came up with a system that really works for me. I briefly tried different ‘packages’ or ‘tiers’ to my wedding […]

Why I Only Offer One Wedding Collection

June 5, 2019

Let me start by saying, yes the wedding timeline is VERY important. But also, your day will NOT fall apart if your timeline does not play out exactly as expected! Consider your wedding day timeline or itinerary as your insurance policy. Having a plan of action not only insures that your day with flow smoothly, […]

Why the Wedding Timeline is so Dang Important | Wedding Tips

June 5, 2019

During the summer and fall wedding seasons, I always try to give my couples the option to add sunset or golden hour portraits into their timeline. I do this for a number of reasons; The light is TOO good. While we can’t always anticipate that we will have golden light (hello unpredictable Midwest weather!), at […]

Why You Should Consider Golden Hour Pictures | Wedding Tips

June 5, 2019

While most of my couples do opt for a first look, I certainly respect the choice of the couple either way. I’m listing a few key incentives of having a first look, not to persuade my couples, but to make you aware that if I have less time, you will have less portraits of just […]

Is a First Look for You? | Tips for Brides

June 4, 2019

Hi friends, I’m Kaylee Creighton. I’ve been photographing weddings for three years, but on my second year as a full time wedding pro. I have celebrated over 70 publications both in print and web internationally. Over my few years in the biz, I decided to write a few informative posts covering topics I’m passionate about […]

Questions to Ask Before Hiring Your Wedding Photographer | Wedding Tips

May 31, 2019

Details. They set the tone for the day and make everything come together so perfectly. From the gorgeous blooms, to the bowties, tuxedos, veils, you name it, I’m here for it. Chances are, you’ve been perfectly curating those details for months-if not longer. I’m naming my ten MUST HAVE detail shots at each wedding. 1.The […]

6 Must Have Wedding Detail Shots | Wedding Tips

May 30, 2019

One of my biggest timeline questions I get during the planning process is; “How long do family portraits take and when should we do them?” Good news for my client’s; I’ve done this a time or two and I can help you execute them flawlessly, I just need a little help from you to make […]

How to Execute Family Portraits | Tips for Brides

May 24, 2019

About a year and a half ago, I had just gone full time. I quit my job in November, and left college in February to pursue my dream job full time. My business was thriving; from photography (branding, weddings, and small business) to meeting with clients and other creatives alike. I was TOO busy and […]

How HoneyBook Saved my Business| Education for Photographers

May 24, 2019

In June of 2018, we welcomed our first puppy, Sophie. Being a social golden doodle, we knew it wouldn’t be long before we added another pup to our family. Just shy of a year later, we present to you, Stella. Stella is eight and a half weeks old. She is a chocolate labradoodle with the […]

Meet Stella, we got a puppy!

May 16, 2019

It’s no secret that I love coffee and maybe even more, coffee shops. Indianapolis is home to some wonderful locally owned coffee shops. For local clients, I always suggest meeting at a coffee shop that is a good half way point for the two of us. Why coffee shops? Because they are a neutral ground, […]

My Top 10 Favorite Places to Meet Clients | Indianapolis Area Coffee Shops

May 15, 2019